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Records we hold at Blackpool

Of all the births, marriages and deaths that have been registered within its district since 1 July 1837

Civil partnership records registered in Blackpool since 5 December 2005

From 1890 to the present day, we only hold certificates where the birth, marriage or death took place within the local authority boundary of Blackpool.

If the life event took place in Blackpool, Fylde or Wyre between 1 Jul 1837 and 1889, then in some cases we may also hold these records. If in doubt where the event took place, search Lancashire birth, marriage and death. This website will tell you which registration service holds the record.

If the life event took place in Fylde or Wyre (or in the sub-district of Fleetwood and Fylde) from 1890 to the present day, then the record is most likely held at Lancashire Certificate Services.

Fees and payment types

Certificate prices are changing across England and Wales from 16 February 2019 and the fee for copy certificates will be £11 plus postage and administrative fees.

You can pay by cash or credit and debit card at the Town Hall.

The online service accepts credit and debit cards but not American Express.

Apply online

You can apply for a certified copy of a birth, marriage, civil partnership or death certificate online.

7 day service - certificates cost£10Applications will be processed within a week, being posted out 1st class on the seventh day at the latest.

If you require a certificate urgently, then please apply over the phone or in person.

Apply by telephone

You can apply for a certified copy of a birth, marriage, civil partnership or death certificate over the phone with a credit or debit card by ringing 01253 477177.

7 day service - certificates cost £15Applications will be processed within a week, being posted out first class on the seventh day at the latest.

Fast-track same day processing- certificates cost £30Discretion applies if application is received after 3pm. We will issue if possible for same day first class posting or for collection, but if we cannot, we will lower the charge to £20 for the next day service

Fast-track next day processing- certificates cost £20Your certificate will be posted first class the next working day, or will be ready for collection the next working day.

If you require a certificate urgently but don't live locally, please telephone us for postal arrangements.

Apply in person

You can apply for a certified copy of a birth, marriage, civil partnership or death certificate in person by calling into the Customer First Centre in Municipal Buildings, located on Corporation Street. The office is open from Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 5.00pm.

7 day service - certificates cost £10Applications will be processed within a week and ready for collection a week later.

Fast-track same day processing- certificates cost £30Discretion applies if application is received after 3.00pm. We will issue if possible on the same day, but if we cannot, we will lower the charge to £20 for the next day service.

Fast-track next day processing- certificates cost £20Your certificate will be ready for collection the next working day.

Apply by post

You can apply for a certified copy of a birth, marriage, civil partnership or death certificate by post, enclosing a cheque or postal order and a stamped addressed envelope. Certificates cost £10. Please make the cheque or postal order payable to Blackpool Council. Post your application to: